Data Center Audit Technician

Overview

We are seeking a hands-on Data Center Audit Technician to support large-scale infrastructure environments. This role focuses on fiber/cabling installation, infrastructure validation, and network auditing within high-performance data centers.

This is a great opportunity for candidates with experience in fiber optics, structured cabling, and data center operations to work in enterprise environments supporting critical infrastructure systems.

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Auditing & Validation

• Perform network audits and infrastructure validation across data center environments
• Verify fiber and copper connectivity across racks, patch panels, and switching equipment
• Conduct circuit tracing and port validation
• Identify discrepancies between installed infrastructure and engineering documentation
• Document findings and support remediation efforts

Fiber & Cabling Installation

• Install, route, and maintain fiber optic (SMF/MMF) and copper cabling
• Perform high-volume patching, cross-connects, and MAC work (Moves, Adds, Changes)
• Ensure proper cable routing, dressing, labeling, and organization standards
• Support structured cabling in MDF/IDF and data hall environments

Fiber Testing & Troubleshooting

• Perform testing using tools such as:
  • OTDR (Optical Time-Domain Reflectometer)
  • VFL (Visual Fault Locator)
  • Fluke or TBerd testers
• Diagnose:
  • Signal loss
  • Faulty connections
  • Fiber damage or mis-patching
• Support resolution of connectivity and infrastructure issues

Rack & Equipment Support

• Perform rack & stack installations for servers, switches, and network equipment
• Support infrastructure deployment and hardware installation
• Assist with cable management and equipment organization

Documentation & Reporting

• Update:
  • Cable labels
  • Port mappings
  • Rack diagrams
• Document:
  • Audit findings
  • Infrastructure discrepancies
  • Completed work and validations
• Work through ticketing systems and follow standard processes

✅ Required Qualifications

• Experience with fiber optic cabling (installation, patching, or testing)
• Knowledge of structured cabling systems (fiber and copper)
• Ability to read network diagrams, rack layouts, and cabling designs
• Hands-on experience in data center or similar technical environments
• Basic understanding of networking (Layer 1–2 concepts)

⭐ Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with:
  • OTDR / VFL / Fluke / TBerd testing tools
• Data center experience (AWS, Google, Meta, etc.)
• Experience with:
  • cable tracing, validation, or QA/QC
• Familiarity with:
  • TIA/EIA standards
  • Patch panels, MDF/IDF environments

Work Environment

• Onsite, large-scale data center facilities
• Fast-paced, production-critical environment
• Requires:
  • Standing and walking for extended periods
  • Lifting up to 40–50 lbs
  • Working around live infrastructure

What Success Looks Like

• High attention to detail with accurate validation and documentation
• Ability to follow processes, standards, and safety protocols
• Strong hands-on troubleshooting ability
• Maintaining clean, organized, audit-ready environments

Why Apply

• Work in enterprise / hyperscale data center environments
• Gain experience in network validation and infrastructure auditing
• Opportunity for career growth into network engineering or data center engineering
• Competitive pay and potential for long-term opportunities

✅ Simple Breakdown

50% Infrastructure validation & audit

30% Cabling & fiber work

20% Troubleshooting & documentation

This is a Contract position based out of New Albany, OH.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.